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Creation Date2026-04-06 09:03:50 UTC
Update Date2026-08-22 09:32:25 UTC
Accession NumberCHEM121062
Identification
Common NameChlorofluoroacetic acid
ClassSmall Molecule
DescriptionChlorofluoroacetic acid is an organic compound with the formula C2H2ClFO2 and an average molecular weight of 112.49 g/mol. Chlorofluoroacetic acid belongs to the alpha-halocarboxylic acids and derivatives, a subclass of carboxylic acids and derivatives within the organic compounds. The substance is found in or released from 13 recorded sources across multiple sectors. In the electrical and electronic equipment sector, it is associated with cell phones, capacitors, wires and cables, batteries, and printed circuit boards, among others. Within the textiles, leather and furnishings sector, it is linked to synthetic textiles as well as carpets and rugs. It is also found in food packaging within the food, food processing and cookware sector, and in medical devices within the healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products sector. Additionally, the compound is released from lubricants used in both the energy, oil and gas sector and the industrial manufacturing and chemical processing sector, along with one additional sector. Recorded exposure routes for this compound include inhalation, oral, and touch.
Contaminant SourcesNot Available
Contaminant Type
  • PFAS
Chemical Structure
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SynonymsNot Available
Chemical FormulaC2H2ClFO2
Average Molecular Mass112.490 g/mol
Monoisotopic Mass111.973 g/mol
CAS Registry Number471-44-3
IUPAC Name2-chloro-2-fluoroacetic acid
Traditional NameNot Available
SMILESNot Available
InChI IdentifierInChI=1S/C2H2ClFO2/c3-1(4)2(5)6/h1H,(H,5,6)
InChI KeyJBIKZDFUXGHTHD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Chemical Taxonomy
ClassificationNot classified
Biological Properties
StatusDetected and Not Quantified
OriginNot Available
Cellular LocationsNot Available
Biofluid LocationsNot Available
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Physical Properties
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Experimental Properties
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Spectra
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Toxicity Profile
Route of ExposureNot Available
Mechanism of ToxicityNot Available
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Lethal DoseNot Available
Carcinogenicity (IARC Classification)Not Available
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Minimum Risk LevelNot Available
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References
Synthesis ReferenceNot Available
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